7 channels out on t.v.s without set top box

7 channels out on t.v.s without set top box

have had same set up for last 20 years ....3 t.v. s hooked to set top box via splitter and coax cable. within last 2 days, 7 channels (only) are "scrambled" and yes Fox is one of them. did a reboot of box to no avail...any thoughts as to why...thanks .

Re: 7 channels out on t.v.s without set top box

WSLYH wrote:

have had same set up for last 20 years ....3 t.v. s hooked to set top box via splitter and coax cable. within last 2 days, 7 channels (only) are "scrambled" and yes Fox is one of them. did a reboot of box to no avail...any thoughts as to why...thanks .

Because eventually a set top box will be required by TWC/Comcast/Spectrum for every TV connected to their cable TV. Originally digital adapters were allowed at a lower cost, but now not even digital adfapters are good enough. The TWC TV app through Roku, some smart TVs, and a few other devices can be a substitute for a set top box. This was supposed to be fully implemented in 2016, but I was recently told it would now happen in 2017. Until then, I guess all I can say is enjoy the remaining channels on your naked cable TV connection while you can.

Re: 7 channels out on t.v.s without set top box

Boz wrote:

WSLYH wrote:

have had same set up for last 20 years ....3 t.v. s hooked to set top box via splitter and coax cable. within last 2 days, 7 channels (only) are "scrambled" and yes Fox is one of them. did a reboot of box to no avail...any thoughts as to why...thanks .

Because eventually a set top box will be required by TWC/Comcast/Spectrum for every TV connected to their cable TV. Originally digital adapters were allowed at a lower cost, but now not even digital adfapters are good enough. The TWC TV app through Roku, some smart TVs, and a few other devices can be a substitute for a set top box. This was supposed to be fully implemented in 2016, but I was recently told it would now happen in 2017. Until then, I guess all I can say is enjoy the remaining channels on your naked cable TV connection while you can.

Yes,

The tuning adaptors are being phased out by TWC-Spectrum with the move to all-digital technology. You should contact TWC-Spectrum about getting a cable box. Twenty years is a lifetime of difference with technology progression. I would request a tech come out to install the new box.

Splitters should not be used unless there are no other options. They can reduce signal quality by anywhere from 50-90% causing picture pixilation, loss of signals on ANY services (Cable, Internet, and Phone.) I would disconnect them. Disconnect your splitters and have a tech come out to check your wiring to make sure that everything is OK.

Re: 7 channels out on t.v.s without set top box

Yep, where I am they've fully migrated to all digital and without the set top box I get nothing but static.

There are options though. You can get a Cablecard instead and it's way cheaper than a box (if your TV has a Cablecard slot). You may not have access to On Demand or the on screen guide, which you don't have now anyway so it's a wash.